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What is the best way to travel from St. Gallen to Bern?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Carpool and Buses for the journey to Bern from St. Gallen. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
2h 39m
$49
$69
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What is the cheapest way to reach Bern from St. Gallen?

You can get to Bern with just $49 by taking a Train from SBB CFF FFS, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Sunday
from $49
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday

    Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • SBB CFF FFS
    2h 39m
    0
    5:07 AM
    St. Gallen
    Central Station
    7:46 AM
    Bern
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $49
  • SBB CFF FFS
    2h 51m
    0
    4:37 AM
    St. Gallen
    Central Station
    7:28 AM
    Bern
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $50
  • SBB CFF FFS
    3h 47m
    0
    2:40 AM
    St. Gallen
    Central Station
    6:27 AM
    Bern
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $60
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 9m
    0
    1:15 PM
    St. Gallen
    Station
    7:24 PM
    Bern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $93

What are the fastest trips from St. Gallen to Bern?

You can get to Bern from St. Gallen in just 2h 39m with a Train from SBB CFF FFS. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 2h 39m
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • SBB CFF FFS
    2h 39m
    0
    5:07 AM
    St. Gallen
    Central Station
    7:46 AM
    Bern
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $49
  • SBB CFF FFS
    2h 51m
    0
    4:37 AM
    St. Gallen
    Central Station
    7:28 AM
    Bern
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $50
  • SBB CFF FFS
    3h 47m
    0
    2:40 AM
    St. Gallen
    Central Station
    6:27 AM
    Bern
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $60
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 9m
    0
    1:15 PM
    St. Gallen
    Station
    7:24 PM
    Bern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $93
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from St. Gallen to Bern

What are the most popular stations in St. Gallen and Bern?

In St. Gallen, you will usually depart from Bus Station Lagerstrasse, Central Station or Spisertor, while in Bern you will be arriving at Central Station, Bern Car Terminal Neufeld or Petruskirche Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Bern from St. Gallen? With 5 connections between 2 Train, Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between St. Gallen and Bern, you can pay as low as $49 with a Train from SBB CFF FFS.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from SBB CFF FFS: you will get to Bern in just 2h 39m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting St. Gallen and Bern are SBB CFF FFS and Deutsche Bahn, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in St. Gallen and Bern is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Gaiserwald or to Köniz, and look at flights from Friedrichshafen Airport, and landing at Bern Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from St. Gallen to Bern?

The most popular companies between St. Gallen and Bern, are SBB CFF FFS and Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: SBB CFF FFS and Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from St. Gallen to Bern

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from St. Gallen to Bern. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from St. Gallen to Bern

How can I reach Bern from St. Gallen?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train, Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Bern from St. Gallen.

How far is Bern from St. Gallen?

The distance between St. Gallen and Bern is 95.9 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between St. Gallen and Bern?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 4 kgs of CO2, a train 5 kgs, a car 26 kgs, and a flight 38 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from St. Gallen to Bern?

You can get to Bern with just $49 by taking a Train from SBB CFF FFS.

What is the fastest way to get from St. Gallen to Bern?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Bern in just 2h 39m with a Train from SBB CFF FFS.

More routes to St. Gallen and to Bern

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to St. Gallen and to Bern. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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